Knowing what is normal, and what is not, helps you recover with confidence and avoid unnecessary worry
Semaglutide and tirzepatide are "upstream" they act on incretin receptors to influence appetite regulation, gastric emptying, and glucose-dependent insulin secretion
Downstream genes regulated by the Nrf2/ARE axis include HO-1, NQO1, and iron metabolism-related proteins (FTH1, FTL, FPN1), etc.: HO-1 degrades pro-oxidative heme to produce bilirubin with iron-chelating activity, and NQO1 directly scavenges lipid free radicals
These medications can have side effects and you should ask your provider if you need to take dietary supplements like vitamins or take any precautions before having surgery
I want to be clear about why, because in a world where there is so much nonsense and misinformation circulating online, integrity matters